Utilities Lead

Unilever Brazil; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food manufacturing company in Toronto is seeking a Facility Supervisor. This role involves supervising operations and maintenance, ensuring a safe working environment, and leading safety initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a Refrigeration A license and a degree in a related field, with over 5 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in food production. Key responsibilities include managing facility upgrades and collaborating on strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Thorough knowledge of Facilities Maintenance and proactive building health management.
• Passionate about delivering consistent excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operations and maintenance of HVAC, utilities, and systems.
• Lead safety initiatives to foster a zero-accident culture.
• Manage facility maintenance upgrades and budgetary discipline.

Skills

Refrigeration A license

Strong communication skills

Effective problem solving

Strong analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or B.S. in manufacturing or related discipline

Tools

Process controls

Automation systems

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

This position is based at our mayonnaise production facility, where every shift contributes to crafting products that bring flavour and convenience to millions of households.

This role exists to help create trusted, high-quality food products that bring joy to everyday meals, support sustainable practices, and reflect our commitment to excellence. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for supervising operations and maintenance of building, facility, plant, amenities, utilities (HVAC, Compressed Air, Ammonia, Boiler systems) to provide a safe and reliable operation that meets internal & regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead by example to foster a culture of zero accidents or incidents, ensuring safety is a non-negotiable priority across all operations.
• Supervise and coordinate the operation, inspection, and maintenance of heating, refrigeration, and utility systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with technical and safety codes.
• Develop and manage work schedules and inspection routines for refrigeration operators, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and plant safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with legislative safety requirements, delivering clear instruction and enforcing plant safety rules to protect employee health and wellbeing.
• Facilitate and support training programmes that enhance technical knowledge and safety awareness, aligned with departmental development plans.
• Manage and direct facility maintenance upgrades and repairs, overseeing both operational and capital expenditures while maintaining budgetary discipline.
• Collaborate with site leadership to shape and execute long-term strategic plans for infrastructure and operational improvements.
• Drive cost and waste reduction initiatives that enhance efficiency without compromising operational integrity or product quality.
• Maintain a deep understanding of waste and utility systems supporting the site’s manufacturing processes, identifying opportunities for optimisation.
• Promote positive union-management relations through proactive problem-solving and correct administration of the Collective Agreement.
• Lead the facility’s Process Safety Management (PSM) program in close collaboration with the SHE department.
• Serve as the factory’s technical authority for ammonia and boiler systems, representing the site in discussions with corporate and global engineering teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Refrigeration A license. License to operate boilers.
• Diploma or B.S. degree in a manufacturing, scientific or engineering related discipline, Chemical or Process engineering is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical background with basic understanding of process controls & automation
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Thorough knowledge of Facilities Maintenance/Management and how to proactively maintain the overall health of the building and equipment is preferred
• Passionate about delivering consistent excellence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with others both internally and externally (Contractors, Auditors, Customers).
• Strong analytical abilities coupled with effective problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities within short timelines.

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Unilever Canada est une organisation engagé à la diversité et à l'inclusion pour stimuler nos résultats d'affaires et créer un meilleur avenir chaque jour pour nos employés, les consommateurs globaux, les partenaires et les communautés. Nous croyons qu'un effectif diversifiée nous permet de faire correspondre nos ambitions de croissance et de stimuler l'inclusion dans l'entreprise. Tous les candidats qualifiés recevront la considération pour un emploi sans égard à la race, la couleur, la religion, le sexe, l'orientation sexuelle, l'identité ou l'expression de genre, l'âge, l'origine nationale ou ethnique, l'état matrimonial, la situation familiale, l'invalidité, les caractéristiques génétique, et une condamnation pour laquelle un pardon a été accordée.

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